Printing Operator

OlymPak Printing & Packaging is in the middle of an amazing growth period. We are willing to train people with good attitudes and a desire to learn a skilled trade. Printing & Packaging is not just job, it’s a career.

We are hiring full time entry level thru Operator positions in the following departments.

• Printing Departments

**Schedule: **We currently have both day and night shift opportunities available.

• We currently run 12-hour shifts and the ability to work every other weekend is a must.

“Narrow Web” Printing Press Operators:

Salary: $18.00 -$30.00

Printing Press Operator Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain 5-6 color “Narrow Web-Lithographic” presses.
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the job requirements.
• Perform all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.
• Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the customers quality specifications.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.
• Meet budgeted performance objectives.

**Printing Press OperatorRequirements: (We are looking for good people to train into this career)

• Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-up, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment.
• Skilled in a wide variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set-up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Good Attendance is a MUST

Printing Press Operators:

Salary: $18.00 - $37.50

Printing Press Operator Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain a 6 color 40” sheetfed press
• Review job specifications to determine the press setup according to the job requirements.
• Perform all make-ready tasks such as hanging plates or installing cylinders, examine plates/cylinders for imperfections and checks for correct positioning of images, prepping blankets, adjusting tension and register etc.
• Makes necessary color corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the customers quality specifications.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain the press, making minor repairs and replacing worn or broken parts as required. Performs periodic maintenance recommended by the manufacturer.
• Meet budgeted performance objectives

**Printing Press OperatorRequirements: (We are looking for good people to train into this career)

• Requires comprehensive knowledge of a wide variety of techniques, procedures, materials, specifications, equipment, and safety requirements to set-up, adjust, operate, and maintain equipment.
• Skilled in a wide variety of complex manipulations and mechanical procedures to perform a variety of tasks to set-up, make major adjustments, and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.
• Skill to read and understand job specifications and knowledge of press capabilities to determine the most appropriate press usage, press settings and materials needed to run the job successfully.
• Good Attendance is a MUST

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

You should be proficient in:

• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Forklift Licensed
• Shop Math Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Web Offset Printing
• Sheet Fed Offset Printing
• Offset Lithography
• Digital Printing
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Flexographic Printing Press
• Forklifts
• Gluer Machine
• Box Folding Machine

Salary info:

$18 - $37.50 / hr